Neave and Peter had $135 at first. Neave spent $52 while Peter spent $13 less than him. The amount Peter had left was
38 of the amount Neave had left. How much did Neave have at first?
| |
Neave |
Peter |
Total |
| Before |
3 u + 52 |
8 u + 39 |
135 |
| Change |
- 52 |
- 39 |
|
| After |
3 u |
8 u |
|
Amount that Peter had spent
= 52 - 13
= $39
Total amount that Neave and Peter had at first
= 3 u + 52 + 8 u + 39
= 11 u + 91
11 u + 91 = 135
11 u = 135 - 91
11 u = 44
1 u = 44 ÷ 11 = 4
Amount that Neave had at first
= 8 u + 52
= 8 x 4 + 52
= 32 + 52
= $84
Answer(s): $84
